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Opinion: Would Arsenal fans really save Spurs to see Man City punished?
TL;DR
The article discusses a hypothetical scenario where Arsenal fans might save Spurs to see Manchester City punished for financial irregularities. It speculates on the implications of a significant points deduction for City and its potential impact on the league.
Key points
- Arsenal fans may consider saving Spurs to see Man City punished
- Manchester City faces 115 charges of financial irregularities
- A hypothetical 690-point deduction could lead to relegation
- Fans joke about penalty points carrying over to future seasons
- The scenario raises questions about the integrity of the league
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Opinion: Would Arsenal fans really save Spurs to see Man City punished?
This is pure football fantasy, of course, but it does raise a hilarious question…
If, by an incredible quirk of fate, Manchester City were to receive their points deduction for the 115 charges of alleged financial irregularities before the end of this season, and that punishment was enough to lead to relegation, as many believe it should, we could have one of the most bizarre scenarios English football has ever seen.
Some fans have even joked that penalty points should carry over from season to season and have to be “earned back”, so to speak. If City were somehow punished at a rate of six points per charge and found guilty on all counts, that would total a staggering 690-point deduction, enough to keep them buried for years.
Of course, that is fantasy territory, but it highlights the scale of frustration many supporters feel about the situation.
Could Man City’s punishment create chaos?
With only three relegation places normally available, it would create a bizarre scenario if City were suddenly pushed into the drop zone by a late points deduction.
Every team below Manchester City would effectively move up a place. With only three games remaining and just one point separating Tottenham in 17th from West Ham in 18th, the possibility still exists that Spurs could slip back into the relegation zone before the season ends.
In that scenario, a huge City points deduction could theoretically save Arsenal’s north London rivals from dropping into the Championship.
Q&A
What would happen if Manchester City received a 690-point deduction?
A 690-point deduction would likely result in Manchester City being relegated and struggling in lower divisions for years.
How many charges of financial irregularities does Manchester City face?
Manchester City faces 115 charges of alleged financial irregularities.
What is the reaction of Arsenal fans regarding Manchester City's potential punishment?
Some Arsenal fans humorously speculate about saving Spurs to see Manchester City punished.
Could penalty points carry over to future seasons in football?
Some fans have joked that penalty points should carry over from season to season, requiring teams to 'earn back' their points.
